Compliance Officer and Regulatory Risk Specialist

7 hours ago


Manama, Manama, Bahrain Non-disclosed Full time

Job Summary

The Compliance Supervisor and Regulatory Affairs Specialist will support the Head of Compliance & MLRO in developing, managing, and executing the compliance program, policies, and procedures across the group.

This role involves conducting robust oversight of the regulatory compliance universe, encompassing applicable laws and regulations in various jurisdictions operated in.

The Compliance Supervisor and Regulatory Affairs Specialist will assist in reporting, escalating, and providing assurance to senior management on regulatory compliance, financial crime issues, and other compliance matters requiring attention.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop, manage, and execute compliance programs, policies, and procedures across the group.
  • Conduct robust oversight of regulatory compliance, including applicable laws and regulations in various jurisdictions.
  • Report, escalate, and provide assurance to senior management on regulatory compliance, financial crime issues, and other compliance matters.
  • Assist in the development of risk assessments and mitigation strategies to ensure effective compliance with regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

Experience:

  • 5+ years' experience in a regulatory compliance role within the payments or banking industry with a specific focus on financial crime compliance.

Knowledge/Skills/Attributes:

  • Expertise in regulatory compliance frameworks.
  • Knowledge of AML/CT risks and controls.
  • Proficiency in report writing and using various office applications.
  • Good knowledge of standards, laws, and the regulatory environment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent qualitative and quantitative analytical skills to identify and solve a wide range of compliance problems.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.
  • Ability to effectively manage conflict and other challenging situations.
  • Attention to detail and ability to generate quality work.
  • Organized working and time management with short turnaround abilities.
  • Ability to handle work pressures.

Education/Certifications:

Relevant professional qualification (e.g., ACAMS – Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists, ICA Diploma - International Compliance Association)

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